Orthodontic practices near Wighay
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Wighay, 43 practices within 10 and 83 practices within 20. The closest is Hucknall Dental Care, 1.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hucknall Dental CareHucknall | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (881 reviews) |
| Arrow Orthodontics LtdHucknall | 3.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 3.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (251 reviews) |
| The Smile Suite, NottinghamArnold | 4.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (74 reviews) |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 4.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (544 reviews) |
| Smile Studio Walk In CentreArnold | 4.6 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (106 reviews) |
| BJS DentalArnold | 4.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (70 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wighay with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hucknall, 1.0 miles south-east; the next are Sutton in Ashfield (3.7 miles north-west) and Kimberley (4.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hucknall | 2 | 1.0 miles south-east |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 3 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Kimberley | 1 | 4.1 miles south-west |
| Arnold | 5 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Basford | 1 | 5.2 miles south |
| Nottingham | 11 | 6.0 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wighay
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shine Dental Care Mansfield in Mansfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 615 reviews), 7.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shine Dental Care MansfieldMansfield Woodhouse | 5.0 (615 reviews) | 7.5 miles north |
| Gedling Dental - NottinghamGedling | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Stella Dental NottinghamNottingham | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
| Complete OrthodonticsArnold | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wighay at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ashfield |
| NHS dental services | NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,213 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 33% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,422 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Nottinghamshire | 26th closest to an orthodontic practice of 321 places in the county (the county median is 3.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.0 miles away, closer than 83% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Nottinghamshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The National CofE Academy — 0.4 miles The Holgate Academy — 1.5 miles The Bulwell Academy — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,336 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hucknall Dental Care, Hucknall — 1 miles Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 4 miles Kimberley Dental, Kimberley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 43 within 10 miles, 83 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Wighay
Wighay is 1 miles from Hucknall Dental Care, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 43 practices, and within 20 there are 83.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: BJS Dental (4.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Regent Street Clinic Nottingham (7.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Wighay list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Wighay are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hucknall Dental Care, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 26 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wighay
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Orthodontist in Wighay: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Wighay, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Nottinghamshire.
The local picture in Wighay
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Wighay sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 18% of Wighay's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Wighay, 7.8% of the 1,213 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Wighay has more choice than 69% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Wighay attend schools such as The National CofE Academy (0.4 miles) and The Holgate Academy (1.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Wighay is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Wighay is about 26 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield.
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What local practice data suggests in Wighay
There is no orthodontist on our records in Wighay itself. The nearest we do hold are Hucknall Dental Care, about a mile away; Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 4 miles away; and Kimberley Dental, about 4 miles away.
Local context for Wighay
Linby is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Wighay.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Wighay
Patients in Wighay have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Wighay
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Wighay
Starting orthodontic treatment in Wighay can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Wighay
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Wighay
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Wighay. Officially, Wighay is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Wighay sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 18% of Wighay's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Wighay, 7.8% of the 1,213 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Wighay has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. 19.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Wighay are The National CofE Academy (0.4 miles) and The Holgate Academy (1.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Wighay's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wighay is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 26 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wighay. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wighay
These local links are here for anyone comparing Wighay, Nottinghamshire against nearby alternatives. You can keep exploring with related pages for Linby, Hazelgrove, Butler's Hill, Hucknall, Newstead, and Ruffs.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wighay
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wighay often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wighay?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wighay is Hucknall Dental Care, about 1.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (3.5 miles) and Kirkby Dental Practice (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wighay?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Wighay, 43 practices within 10 miles and 83 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wighay?
The nearest practice to Wighay that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hucknall Dental Care, about 1.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Arrow Orthodontics Ltd (3.5 miles) and Kirkby Dental Practice (3.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wighay, Nottinghamshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wighay, Nottinghamshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.